The Business of Broadway: Behind the Scenes with Tony Award Winner Sue Gilad | Ep 92

In this episode of 'Seed to Harvest,' hosted by Paige Finn Doherty, delve into the intricate world of Broadway with five-time Tony Award-winning Broadway producer, Sue Gilad. Sue shares her journey from a childhood love of theater to becoming a major Broadway producer. She offers a detailed look at the production process, including the roles behind-the-scenes, financing, and the impact of COVID-19 on the Broadway industry. Highlights include the making of 'Moulin Rouge! The Musical,' insights into fundraising and producing, and the excitement of winning a Tony Award. Tune in to learn about the business side of bringing Broadway magic to life and the similarities between venture capital and Broadway production.

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00:00 Introduction and Special Guest Announcement

00:53 Sue Gilad's Early Love for Theater

02:35 Behind the Scenes of Broadway Productions

04:18 The Business Side of Broadway

08:21 The Journey of Moulin Rouge! The Musical

13:20 Impact of COVID-19 on Broadway

16:31 Role and Responsibilities of a Broadway Producer

19:31 Producing Shows in the UK vs. Broadway

21:00 The Unpredictability of Producing Shows

21:22 Discovering New Productions

22:18 Fundraising for Theatre

22:52 The Risks and Rewards of Investing in Theatre

26:13 The Thrill of Winning a Tony

30:32 Industry Jargon and Favorite Tools

34:40 Navigating Age and Success in the Industry

39:17 Final Thoughts and Recommendations

Moulin Rouge! The Musical
https://moulinrougemusical.com

The Outsiders Musical (including upcoming tour dates)
https://outsidersmusical.com

Broadway.com (for general show info, tickets, and news)
https://www.broadway.com

TKTS Discount Tickets (for half-price Broadway tickets)
https://www.tdf.org/discount-ticket-programs/tkts-by-tdf

BroadwaySF (for touring Broadway productions in SF)
https://www.broadwaysf.com

Chapters

• 0:00 Introduction
• 0:53 Early Love for Theater
• 2:35 Behind the Scenes of Broadway Productions
• 4:18 The Business Side of Broadway
• 8:21 The Journey of Moulin Rouge! The Musical
• 13:20 Impact of COVID-19 on Broadway
• 16:31 Role and Responsibilities of a Broadway Producer
• 19:31 Producing Shows in the UK vs. Broadway
• 21:00 The Unpredictability of Producing Shows
• 21:22 Discovering New Productions
• 22:18 Fundraising for Theatre
• 22:52 The Risks and Rewards of Investing in Theatre
• 26:13 The Thrill of Winning a Tony
• 30:32 Industry Jargon and Favorite Tools
• 34:40 Navigating Age and Success in the Industry
• 39:17 Final Thoughts and Recommendations